NYC, NY area Z4 owners

cooticooti16 · 06-02-2015, 09:08 PM

Anyone here frequent Cars and Coffee or Cars and Croissants?

I have been looking for a few months now to pick up a 3rd car since selling my E39, and have narrowed it down to the Z4 and a few other choices.

Problem is, I am interested in the Z4 purely on my previous experience with the N52 engine of my E90. I loved that engine. And I love the proportions of the Z4. But sadly I have never driven one.

Just want to see if I can meet up with anyone in the area during one of these events to get an idea on the owner experience before cross shopping and test driving the competition.

P.S. Other cars I am considering are:

1. Z4M / Z4 3.0si
2. 996 Carrera 4S
3. 2007 and up Boxster S
4. CLK 550
5. CLK 63
6. Audi TT (I plan an APR tune)
7. E46 330ci
8. E60 550i (oddball)

R.

cooticooti16 · 06-02-2015, 09:10 PM

Forgot to mention, the nearest dealer with a Z4 is in VA and that's 4.5 hours away.

Hence my post...

R.

3002 tii · 06-02-2015, 09:37 PM

I have a 3.0si and frequent the Bergen area. You're more than welcome to come for a ride in my car. Sorry but I don't let anyone else drive it lol.

cooticooti16 · 06-03-2015, 05:09 AM

LOL thanks. That's perfect!!! Not looking for a test drive just a close up look from an actual owner. Z4's around the Central NJ area are scarce.

The next C&C event is June 7 at Interstate Motorsport.

Anyone else interested?

R.

Huz-Z · 06-03-2015, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by cooticooti16

LOL thanks. That's perfect!!! Not looking for a test drive just a close up look from an actual owner. Z4's around the Central NJ area are scarce.

The next C&C event is June 7 at Interstate Motorsport.

Anyone else interested?

R.

Well, if you're ever in the mood to visit St. John's Newfoundland, there is a direct flight on United here out of Newark. This place is ROTTEN with E85's and lately, E89s. Heck, two of the guys I grew up with have Z4 3.0SI's like mine and I spot a "new" E85 it seems, every other week or so. Saw a Z8 here last week too.

elerner61 · 06-03-2015, 10:08 AM

I'm usually at the Caffeine & Carburetor gatherings in New Canaan CT. I don't think the next one is planned until September though.

cooticooti16 · 06-03-2015, 08:56 PM

Thanks all for your replies. I never thought searching for a car would be this complicated yet exciting lol

R.

Twixboy · 06-04-2015, 08:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooticooti16

Forgot to mention, the nearest dealer with a Z4 is in VA and that's 4.5 hours away.

Hence my post...

R.

A quick search shows a couple Z4 3.0si for sale in your area:
Planet Honda in Union
Davis Hyundai in Trenton

But I agree, for some reason DC always has the most used Z4's for sale in the Northeast. I have a theory that you see more Z4's for sale the further south you go, which also brings lower prices due to higher supply. When I was looking I found quite a few more in NY/NJ compared to Boston, but DC had way more. They are non-existent when you go further north to NH/VT/ME. Go to FL or CA if you want the best deal on a roadster.

F360C · 06-04-2015, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooticooti16

LOL thanks. That's perfect!!! Not looking for a test drive just a close up look from an actual owner. Z4's around the Central NJ area are scarce.

The next C&C event is June 7 at Interstate Motorsport.

Anyone else interested?

R.

There will be a bunch of us at the Meadowlands saturday for an Autox if you are inclined to stop by.

polar · 06-05-2015, 04:00 AM

I spotted a white Z4MC at a parking lot near Mike´s Auto Services at W 30th street. But that was 3 years ago so this info might not help.

cooticooti16 · 06-05-2015, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by F360C

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooticooti16

LOL thanks. That's perfect!!! Not looking for a test drive just a close up look from an actual owner. Z4's around the Central NJ area are scarce.

The next C&C event is June 7 at Interstate Motorsport.

Anyone else interested?

R.

There will be a bunch of us at the Meadowlands saturday for an Autox if you are inclined to stop by.

LOL Good one Polar.

I could definitely stop by. Could you PM me the details?

Paul Miller Porsche just picked up a Z4M with low miles. I plan on testing it tomorrow. I will let you all know my thoughts since I am compare to the Boxster that same day.

R.

cooticooti16 · 06-05-2015, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Twixboy

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooticooti16

Forgot to mention, the nearest dealer with a Z4 is in VA and that's 4.5 hours away.

Hence my post...

R.

A quick search shows a couple Z4 3.0si for sale in your area:
Planet Honda in Union
Davis Hyundai in Trenton

But I agree, for some reason DC always has the most used Z4's for sale in the Northeast. I have a theory that you see more Z4's for sale the further south you go, which also brings lower prices due to higher supply. When I was looking I found quite a few more in NY/NJ compared to Boston, but DC had way more. They are non-existent when you go further north to NH/VT/ME. Go to FL or CA if you want the best deal on a roadster.

Good point, but I should have specified Manual Transmission only.

Thanks though.

R.

Twixboy · 06-05-2015, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooticooti16

LOL Good one Polar.

I could definitely stop by. Could you PM me the details?

Paul Miller Porsche just picked up a Z4M with low miles. I plan on testing it tomorrow. I will let you all know my thoughts since I am compare to the Boxster that same day.

R.

Hope it's a Boxster S or else don't waste your time. Why not a Cayman?

SCHMOUPE · 06-05-2015, 11:21 AM

I am right over GWB on the Jersey side. I don't bring the M to the city often. Shoot me a PM

cooticooti16 · 06-05-2015, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twixboy

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooticooti16

LOL Good one Polar.

I could definitely stop by. Could you PM me the details?

Paul Miller Porsche just picked up a Z4M with low miles. I plan on testing it tomorrow. I will let you all know my thoughts since I am compare to the Boxster that same day.

R.

Hope it's a Boxster S or else don't waste your time. Why not a Cayman?

Truthfully, I'll take either, however I have never owned a convertible and would like to know what it's like to live with day in and day out. But if the price is right for a 2007 or newer 'S' I am in.

R.

cooticooti16 · 06-05-2015, 02:02 PM

PM sent...

R.

Huz-Z · 06-05-2015, 02:33 PM

Top down driving after 6 pm when the sun is not too hot and the sound of the engine is highly addictive.

Twixboy · 06-06-2015, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Huz-Z

Top down driving after 6 pm when the sun is not too hot and the sound of the engine is highly addictive.

Yah, I tend to leave the top up on morning commutes, but it's always down on my evening commute as long as it's above 50 and not raining. I was never a convertible guy, but I love hearing the engine and road noise now.

06-02-2015, 09:08 PM	#1
cooticooti16 Private First Class 44 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Lexus Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Central NJ iTrader: (0)	NYC, NY area Z4 owners Anyone here frequent Cars and Coffee or Cars and Croissants? I have been looking for a few months now to pick up a 3rd car since selling my E39, and have narrowed it down to the Z4 and a few other choices. Problem is, I am interested in the Z4 purely on my previous experience with the N52 engine of my E90. I loved that engine. And I love the proportions of the Z4. But sadly I have never driven one. Just want to see if I can meet up with anyone in the area during one of these events to get an idea on the owner experience before cross shopping and test driving the competition. P.S. Other cars I am considering are: 1. Z4M / Z4 3.0si 2. 996 Carrera 4S 3. 2007 and up Boxster S 4. CLK 550 5. CLK 63 6. Audi TT (I plan an APR tune) 7. E46 330ci 8. E60 550i (oddball) R.
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cooticooti16 Private First Class 44 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Lexus Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Central NJ iTrader: (0)	Forgot to mention, the nearest dealer with a Z4 is in VA and that's 4.5 hours away. Hence my post... R.
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cooticooti16 Private First Class 44 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Lexus Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Central NJ iTrader: (0)	LOL thanks. That's perfect!!! Not looking for a test drive just a close up look from an actual owner. Z4's around the Central NJ area are scarce. The next C&C event is June 7 at Interstate Motorsport. Anyone else interested? R.
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elerner61 Major 157 Rep 1,107 Posts Drives: '07 Z4M Roadster Join Date: May 2011 Location: Mount Kisco, NY iTrader: (0)	I'm usually at the Caffeine & Carburetor gatherings in New Canaan CT. I don't think the next one is planned until September though.
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cooticooti16 Private First Class 44 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Lexus Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Central NJ iTrader: (0)	Thanks all for your replies. I never thought searching for a car would be this complicated yet exciting lol R.
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polar Private 53 Rep 97 Posts Drives: Z4MC07 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: sweden iTrader: (0)	I spotted a white Z4MC at a parking lot near Mike´s Auto Services at W 30th street. But that was 3 years ago so this info might not help.
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Huz-Z Brigadier General 851 Rep 4,057 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0si, 328 XDrive, X5 35i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Top down driving after 6 pm when the sun is not too hot and the sound of the engine is highly addictive.
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